Real Madrid Aims for Eighth Consecutive Win Against Valencia at Mestalla
Real Madrid will head to Mestalla on Saturday, determined to extend their impressive seven-match winning streak across all competitions. A victory would momentarily position Los Blancos ahead of Barcelona in the La Liga standings, pending the outcome of tomorrow’s clash between the Catalan club and Atletico Madrid.
Jose Mourinho’s side has showcased exceptional form in recent weeks, and one player who has historically excelled against Valencia is Jude Bellingham. The English midfielder has a solid track record against Los Che and will strive to maintain his successful performances tonight.
Bellingham’s Strong Performance Against Valencia
In his four matches against Los Che, Bellingham has recorded two goals and two assists, generating an average of two chances created and winning 7.29 duels per 90 minutes. The 23-year-old has also achieved an impressive average match rating of around 7.78, indicating that his contributions extend beyond just scoring and assisting.
Bellingham’s most notable performance against Valencia came in January 2025 at Mestalla, where he missed a penalty but scored a dramatic stoppage-time winner, sealing a 2-1 victory for Los Blancos. He was also on the scoresheet in November 2025 at the Santiago Bernabeu, contributing to a 4-0 win for Madrid.
Bellingham Shines in Latest Match
Entering this fixture, Bellingham is in remarkable form after netting a stunning backheel goal against AEK Athens in the Champions League. He earned the Player of the Match award in Greece, receiving high praise from his manager for his stellar display. This week, Bellingham made history as the youngest player to reach 60 Champions League appearances while also achieving 30 goal contributions.
His statistics against Valencia suggest that Bellingham could have yet another standout performance at Mestalla tonight. This match will mark Real Madrid’s final visit to the stadium in La Liga, as Valencia plans to relocate to a new venue next season.
Javier Aguirre, Valencia’s manager, is reportedly experimenting with a back five in training to counter the relentless assault of Los Blancos. As the match approaches, all eyes will be on Bellingham as he seeks to add to his impressive record against a team he has thrived against in the past.
